For those readers who may not know, the historically self-sustained passes that we know today as Cedar Bayou and Vinson Slough were formed in nature many, many, many years ago, and each pass possessed (previously) their own ability to adequately provide the neighboring estuaries of Aransas Bay, Carlos Bay, and Mesquite Bay with the continuous […]

In 1320, Geoffrey Chaucer wrote this little poem (in part) about drought. We thought you would like to know about it and compare it to our conditions here in Texas. Whan that aprill, with his shoures soote, The droughte of March hath perced to the roote, And bathed every veyne in swich licour, Of which […]

Austwell – Bernice Elizabeth Settoon Jackson, 85, of Austwell, passed away Friday, July 1, 2011, surrounded by her loving family. She was born Jan. 25, 1926, in Amite, La., to the late Dudley Kenneth and Ethel Maggie Temple Settoon. While working as an administrative assistant in New Orleans during World War II, she met a […]

“The Way I See It” is an attempt by the guest columnist to enlighten readers on a subject, as he views it, and does not necessarily reflect the views of this publication. Comments on this article may be addressed to: Dolphin Talk, P.O. Box 777, Port O’Connor, TX 77982; Email: dolphin1@tisd.net Understanding “Obamanomics” Part I […]

Chamber Ribbon Cutting at 12 Noon Refreshments and Hor d’oeuvres served by local Restaurants from 12-4 p.m. Come by and tour the new remodel and additions to the bank. Those up to the climb, will enjoy ascending the lighthouse tower for a panoramic view of Seadrift. First National Bank in Port Lavaca SEADRIFT BRANCH Hwy […]